Imperial Corps Agoodjié Tours: Overseas Pilgrimages, and Women Warriors Events

BENIN 2027

10 Days Tour

For all participants interested, a rigorous 10-Day training tour from January 4 -10 takes place in the Kingdom of Abomey, and other historic kingdoms of Bénin Republic. There, we shall meet with Queens, Kings, and dignitaries of their respective palaces.    Participants will have an orientation class, a purification bath, marches of 5 to 7 kilometers (3.1 to 4.3 miles), and educational lectures/discussions during the tour. Rituals, song and dance workshops, and appointments for spiritual consultations are also on the agenda. Important sites such as the, “Door of No Return” in Ouidah; the Holy City of Danxomé, Cana; Nikki, and the Route of Resistance, Abomey are visited. Without exception, interested participants must take the on-line introductory class to participate in the ICAAD 10 Days Tour. Graduates of the course and tour will be appointed cadets of the, Imperial Corps Agoodjié of the Royal Palace of the African Diaspora. A detailed itinerary is available upon registration click here.

NOTE: While this is not boot camp, cadets may find themselves doing a lot of walking. Bring appropriate clothing, shoes, insect repellent, hair coverage, etc.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

20% Non-refundable deposit: TBD

50% payment due: TBD

100% payment due: TBD

Fees will be influenced by the number of participants. We will be staying in local hotels. All participants are requested in Cotonou by the eve of the start January date. Dates are being negotiated.

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Colombia 2026

Agoodjié Achiote: The Afro- Colombia Warrior Woman Experience

Enshrining centuries of women-led resistance, listen actively to the enlightening presentations by the Founder of the Imperial Corps Agoodjié of the African Diaspora, Queen Mother Dòwòti, who speaks on leadership and what it means to be a divine feminine warrior. Learn about the history of resistance embodied in 16th century African, Queen Wiwa, a founder of “Africa in Colombia” — the first free town in the Americas, San Basilio de Palanque, and her daughter the controversial warrior, Orika. Obtain training in the little known Afro-Colombia martial arts of Grimes which Cimaroons (Black freedom fighters) use against plantain owners to liberate themselves. We will unlock forces long dormant as your body moves through salsa dancing, your soul bathes in ritual cleansing, and your primal memories stirred by whale watching. Learn more about this phenomenal trip, and make your deposit of only $350 US at REGISTER: https://www.yupshetravels.com/agoodjie

Take the next steps towards becoming a legacy of the African Diaspora. Embrace your warrior spirit and forge your place in history during this pivotal moment of change. Queen Wiwa led the way, now it your turn to make your mark!

Agoodjié Achiote: The AfroColombian Woman Warriors Experience is curated by Dr. Dòwòti Désir as part of her the educational and cultural programs of, The Royal Palace & Bureau of the African Diaspora.

Link to The Royal Palace website:https://www.royalpalace.co.site

Notes for participants:

• Check your passport is at least 9 months away from expiration

• Check carriers in your area for flights to Colombia (see www.yupshetravel.com/agoodjie) for advice

• If on medication, pack it with you

• Bring comfortable khaki pants

• Hiking and/or study but comfortable shoes for walking

• Rubber soled shoes for boat rides

• A traditional African outfit for dinner with the Queen Mother

• Dress/skirt to dance in

• Lappa or fanny wrap

• Head coverings including: one White head wrap, and another head scarf of Blue/Turquoise/Green/or Gold in color

• Arm yourself with a song, prayer, or words of wisdom to share with your sister warriors during our Sacred Circle ceremony

• Registration $350 (total $2999), Use CODE: AgoAchi100 combined with QM50 for a total of $150 discount during Women’s History Month (through March 30, 2026)

• A special ICAAD tee-shirt and other items will be gifted as part of the Agoodjié Achiote warrior woman package

• Start getting your steps in ladies. We will been the move! Wep!